Colombo to Edinburgh (CMB–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Colombo to Edinburgh
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-4.5h behind 7 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CMB and EDI, connecting options are available through 7 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CMB to EDI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
863
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-4.5h
Edinburgh is 4.5 hours behind Colombo.
CMB: +0530 · EDI: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Colombo, it's 1.5:00 PM in Edinburgh.
Facts

CMB–EDI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Colombo to Edinburgh route.
Route details
Time difference-4.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: CMB
Full nameBandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA / ICAOCMB / VCBI
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
Destination: EDI
Full nameEdinburgh Airport
IATA / ICAOEDI / EGPH
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr15.8M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CMB to EDI flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FRA, DXB, DOH, CDG, IST, LHR and ZRH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Edinburgh is 4.5 hours behind Colombo.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via FRA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.